Dubai, UAE - March 02, 2005 - Consumers and home office/small business users can now easily and simply increase access to their wireless networks with U.S. Robotics newly launched USB wireless adapter (USR5422), the most cost effective in its class in the high street retail sector.

With a look and feel just like a memory stick, the USB adapter is lightweight and can be plugged into any available USB (2.0 or 1.1) port of a desktop or laptop PC to make a direct wireless connection to a wireless router.

"Adding a new user to an existing wireless network to enable them to share secure internet access, files and peripherals such as printers couldn't be easier - just plug in the USB adapter and away you go," says Peter Blampied, Director of Sales and Operations U.S. Robotics EMEA. "It is also perfect for travelling as it is the size of a key ring. If you are staying in a hotel with a compatible wireless LAN, all you have to do is plug in the adapter and you can get internet connection from the hotel lobby, bar or anywhere. The same applies with airports and other wireless hotspot locations."

The USR 5422 USB wireless adapter supports Universal Plug and Play for simple installation. It works for both desktop and laptop PCs by simply plugging into any USB port, eliminating the need to open the case of a desktop computer in order to fit a PCI card. An additional advantage is the USB's wireless power control, which means that it uses minimum transmit power preserving the life of a laptop battery. The USR 5422 is compatible with all 802.11b or g 11Mbps and 54Mbps products on the market. It provides enhanced Wireless Security with both WEP 64/128 bit and WPA 64/128 support.

The USR 5422 Wireless USB Adapter is now available from all retail outlets like Quality Computers, ABC, Plug In Electronix, Etech, CompuME, Jarrir Bookstore, amongst others in the Middle East at a recommended retail price of US$ 48/-.

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About U.S Robotics
For three decades, U.S. Robotics has been the world's leader in Internet access, delivering the highest quality and most innovative modems available. U.S. Robotics also provides a selection of wireless and wired networking products and security devices for homes and small offices. The company is partnering with key industry players and new technology providers to bring consumers connectivity solutions through its extensive worldwide distribution channel. U.S. Robotics is privately held and headquartered in the Chicago area. For further information regarding the company and its products, please visit the Web site at www.usr.com/me Product images are available on request and can also be downloaded from www.usr.com/adbuilder

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